Want to Volunteer at an Animal Shelter? Here’s How to Get Started https://t.co/9xHdICouQV

I’m in my first semester of college and I miss my pets so much. I would like to start volunteering with an animal shelter or rescue group in order to spend some time with animals — but I don’t know what exactly that would involve. What kind of help do shelters and rescue groups need? When it comes to the best type of help to offer a rescue or shelter, any talents and time you can provide can make a difference. Sometimes groups have specific needs, such as meal preparation or dog walkers. But often there are open opportunities for you to choose the type of work that you feel brings out your best. Finding the Right Volunteer Opportunity There’s no one-size-fits-all way to volunteer; most shelters and rescue groups offer an array of volunteer programs. Some are short term, like helping with an event, while others require you to commit to a certain number of hours or days per ...